Benchmark 10/29

October 30, 2015

E.Q: Demonstrate knowledge of skills (literary devices and main ideas) developed throughout this semester.

Obj: I can demonstrate my knowledge of skills developed throughout this semester. 

Starter:

Free Write Friday

1/2 page

Double-spaced

or respond to the following prompt:

Activity:

1.  Benchmark 10/29

You are responsible for completing this benchmark by Thursday, November 5.

You are required to receive a minimum score of 80%.

You have unlimited attempts, but remember there will also be options for remediation.

This will also receive credit in the gradebook.

You must have this complete by Thursday, November 5.

Closure:

Many of the questions on todays benchmark cover the skills that we have worked on this semester.

Evaluate whether or not you are making progress.

Why or why not?

Chapter Three and Benchmark

October 29, 2015

E.Q: Determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

Identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret the meaning.

Obj: I can determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

I can identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret its meaning.

Starter:

Summarize The Great Gatsby chapter three from the reading in class on Tuesday.

Remember, we only read about half of the chapter.

Consider the imagery and character details. 

Complete the summary in 3-5 sentences.

Vocabulary:

Use the Great Gatsby Vocab document to keep track of this novel's vocabulary.

We will go over the next 5 words today.

Activity:

1.  Read Chapter Three of The Great Gatsby

As a class, we will read chapter three

As we are reading, identify examples of symbolism.

Gatsby Online Edition

Audiobook

Discussion Questions

Identify several examples of imagery in chapter three.

Evaluate how minor characters characterize Gatsby and then compare it to Nick's description.

Draw your own conclusions on Gatsby's character. 

Analyze the behaviors of the character.  Explain the reasoning behind their actions.

Evaluate the depiction of the American Dream. 

2. Watch The Great Gatsby

As you watch the film version, compare and contrast it to the original F. Scott Fitzgerald version.

Create a Venn Diagram with your observations.

Find at least 5 similarities and 5 differences to add on to chapter one. 

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3.  Benchmark 10/29

You are responsible for completing this benchmark by Thursday, November 5.

You are required to receive a minimum score of 80%.

You have unlimited attempts, but remember there will also be options for remediation.

This will also receive credit in the gradebook.

You must have this complete by Thursday, November 5.

Closure:

Many of the questions on todays benchmark cover the skills that we have worked on this semester.

Evaluate whether or not you are making progress.

Why or why not?

Gatsby Chapter Three

October 27, 2015

E.Q: Determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

Identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret the meaning.

Obj: I can determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

I can identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret its meaning.

Starter:

Summarize The Great Gatsby chapter two from the reading in class yesterday.

Make sure that you are including topics from both the beginning and end of the chapter.

Complete the summary in 3-5 sentences.

Vocabulary:

Use the Great Gatsby Vocab document to keep track of this novel's vocabulary.

We will go over the next 5 words today.

Activity:

1.  Symbolism TPEQEA

With a partner, identify ONE symbol from the chapter.

Then, in a TPEQEA paragraph respond to the question: 

Analyze and interpret what the symbol from The Great Gatsby represents. 

2.  Read Chapter Three of The Great Gatsby

As a class, we will read chapter three

As we are reading, identify examples of symbolism.

Gatsby Online Edition

Audiobook

Discussion Questions

Identify several examples of imagery in chapter three.

Evaluate how minor characters characterize Gatsby and then compare it to Nick's description.

Draw your own conclusions on Gatsby's character. 

Analyze the behaviors of the character.  Explain the reasoning behind their actions.

Evaluate the depiction of the American Dream. 

3. Watch The Great Gatsby

As you watch the film version, compare and contrast it to the original F. Scott Fitzgerald version.

Create a Venn Diagram with your observations.

Find at least 5 similarities and 5 differences to add on to chapter one. 

4.  American Dream Word Cloud

With your tables, you will collaborate on making a word cloud.

You should be pulling words from the chapter that illustrate the American dream of this time period.

Try to pull most of your examples directly from the text and include the page number. 

Try to be the table that gets the most words!! 

Closure:

Compare and contrast the American Dream in the Great Gatsby to your own dream. 

Gatsby Chapter Two

October 26, 2015

E.Q: Determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

Identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret the meaning.

Obj: I can determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

I can identify symbolism in the Great Gatsby and interpret its meaning.

Starter:

Please fill out the Symbolism Google Form.

We will be taking a closer look at symbolism in The Great Gatsby, so answer truthfully.

Vocabulary:

Use the Great Gatsby Vocab document to keep track of this novel's vocabulary.

We will go over the next 5 words today.

Activity:

1.  Chapter Two of The Great Gatsby

As a class, we will read chapter two.

As we are reading, identify examples of symbolism.

Consider what these symbols represent. 

This information will be helpful for activities later today.

Gatsby Online Edition

Gatsby Audiobook

Discussion Questions
Identify examples of symbolism in the chapter and explain what they represent.
Analyze the characters introduced in this chapter.  Evaluate their American Dream.
Analyze the behaviors of those from new and old money.
Evaluate how the narrator interacts with Tom's friends.

2.  Watch The Great Gatsby

As you watch the film version, compare and contrast it to the original F. Scott Fitzgerald version.

Create a Venn Diagram with your observations.

Find at least 5 similarities and 5 differences to add on to chapter one. 

3.  Symbolism TPEQEA

With a partner, identify ONE symbol from the chapter.

Then, in a TPEQEA paragraph respond to the question: 

Analyze and interpret what the symbol from The Great Gatsby represents. 

Closure: 

What was your reaction to the end of chapter two?

How has your initial impression of Tom and Nick either changed or stayed the same?

Status and the American Dream Seminar

October 23, 2015

E.Q: Evaluate how societal status and identity enables or hinders the achievement of the American Dream.

Make connections between the text and the idea of the American Dream

Obj: I can articulate and support how status and identity shapes the American Dream.

I can question my peers using Bloom's taxonomy.

Starter:

Socratic Seminar Prep

Please take out your materials for the Socratic Seminar.

You should have Cornell Notes based on the resources you will reference.

Also, make sure that you have 2-3 higher order thinking questions.

Use these to question and support yourself.

Activity:

1. Socratic Seminar  

Today we will conduct a Socratic Seminar on the idea of social status and the American Dream.

Make connections between the topic and the reading from The Great Gatsby.

Using the remaining class time, read through the resources below and do some research individually.

Take Cornell Notes so you have textual evidence to reference.

Also, begin to brainstorm some HOT questions to ask tomorrow.

TOPIC

Analyze how social status and identity impacts one's ability to achieve the American Dream.

Then, draw conclusions as to whether or not it is possible for everyone to achieve the American Dream.

Resources

CNN- Myth of the American Dream

CNN- Who Still Believes in the American Dream?

Chasing the Dream

State of the American Dream

Choose a peer to evaluate during the seminar.

You two will take turns in the inner and outer circle.

Peer Evaluation

Pick a peer that will evaluate your performance during the seminar.

This is not the sole factor of the grade, but it does help!

Make sure that you participate!!!

Ask your questions!

Respond to your peers!

This is a part of your grade!!

Closure:

What is one statement you found interesting?

What is one question you still have?

Chapter One Spider Map

October 22, 2015

E.Q: Determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

Identify plot points, main ideas, literary devices, and author's purpose in the Great Gatsby.

Obj: I can determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

I can identify plot points, main ideas, literary devices, and author's purpose in the Great Gatsby.

Starter:

Summarize

Create a 3-5 sentence summary of the first chapter of The Great Gatsby.

Try to include details about the setting, characters, and major plot points.

Vocabulary:

Use the Great Gatsby Vocab document to keep track of this novel's vocabulary.

We will go over the next 5 words today.

Fourth Block Start Here: Gatsby Chapter One

We will begin reading chapter one as a class.

Together, we will work on identifying the main idea.

At the end of each page, we will pause and discuss the big idea.

Gatsby Online Edition

Audiobook

Discussion Questions

Interpret the narrator's opinion of Gatsby.

Characterize the difference between the West Egg and the East Egg. 

Analyze the relationship between Tom and Daisy.

Examine their interactions.

Connect the characters action to their desires of achieving the American Dream. 

Second and Third Block Start Here: Gatsby Chapter One Graphic Organizer

With a partner you will create a spider map for the first chapter of The Great Gatsby.

You must include 5 examples off of each sub group.

Topics

Exposition

Characteristics of the Characters

Literary Devices

Significant Quotes

Unfamiliar Vocab

3.  Watch The Great Gatsby

As you watch the film version, compare and contrast it to the original F. Scott Fitzgerald version.

Create a Venn Diagram with your observations.

Try to find at least 5 similarities and 5 differences.

4. Socratic Seminar Prep

Tomorrow we will conduct a Socratic Seminar on the idea of social status and the American Dream.
Make connections between the topic and the reading from The Great Gatsby.
Using the remaining class time, read through the resources below and do some research individually.
Take Cornell Notes so you have textual evidence to reference.
Also, begin to brainstorm some HOT questions to ask tomorrow.

TOPIC
Analyze how social status and identity impacts one's ability to achieve the American Dream.
Then, draw conclusions as to whether or not it is possible for everyone to achieve the American Dream.

Resources

CNN- Myth of the American Dream
CNN- Who Still Believes in the American Dream?
Chasing the Dream
State of the American Dream

Closure:

Based on the spider map, what topic did you struggle identifying the most?

What do you need the most help with?

Great Gatsby Chapter One

October 20 and 21, 2015

E.Q: Determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

Identify plot points, main ideas, literary devices, and author's purpose in the Great Gatsby.

Obj: I can determine the similarities and differences between the novel and the film adaptation.

I can identify plot points, main ideas, literary devices, and author's purpose in the Great Gatsby.

Starter:

3. 2. 1.

Identify THREE facts you recall from the presentations yesterday.

Create TWO higher order thinking questions to ask a peer about a specific topic they are an expert on from:

WWI, The New Woman, The Jazz Age, Prohibition, and the American Dream.

Give yourself ONE plus and ONE delta for the overall presentation.

Vocabulary:

Use the Great Gatsby Vocab document to keep track of this novel's vocabulary.

We will go over the first 5 words today.

Activity:

1.   Gatsby Chapter One

We will begin reading chapter one as a class.

Together, we will work on identifying the main idea.

At the end of each page, we will pause and discuss the big idea.

Gatsby Online Edition

Audiobook

Discussion Questions

Interpret the narrator's opinion of Gatsby.

Characterize the difference between the West Egg and the East Egg. 

Analyze the relationship between Tom and Daisy.

Examine their interactions.

Connect the characters action to their desires of achieving the American Dream. 

2.  Gatsby Chapter One Graphic Organizer

With a partner you will create a spider map for the first chapter of The Great Gatsby.

You must include 5 examples off of each sub group.

Topics

Exposition

Characteristics of the Characters

Literary Devices

Significant Quotes

Unfamiliar Vocab

3.  Watch The Great Gatsby

As you watch the film version, compare and contrast it to the original F. Scott Fitzgerald version.

Create a Venn Diagram with your observations.

Try to find at least 5 similarities and 5 differences.

Closure:

Based on the spider map, what topic did you struggle identifying the most?

What do you need the most help with?

Great Gatsby Chapter One

October 19, 2015

E.Q: Determine the historical events that influenced major ideas and themes in the Great Gatsby.

Identify plot points, main ideas, literary devices, and author's purpose in the Great Gatsby.

Obj: I can understand historical events that influenced the novel the Great Gatsby. 

I can identify plot points, main ideas, literary devices, and author's purpose in the Great Gatsby.

Starter:

Based on the building background knowledge topics that we have been researching, predict what the Great Gatsby will be about and what will happen.

 

Vocabulary:

Use the Great Gatsby Vocab document to keep track of this novel's vocabulary.

We will go over the first 5 words today.

Activity:

1.  Building Background Knowledge Presentations

You will be divided into 5 different groups.
Each group will be in charge of researching a major contributing factor to the Great Gatsby.

The Jazz Age

Jazz Standards 
PBS the Jazz Age


Prohibition
History 
Smithsonian
DigitalHistory


The New Woman
Sophisticated Ladies 
DigitalHistory
USHistory
Flappers

World War I
History 
Topics

The American Dream
CNN 
NY Times

You will present this information to the class.
Include a minimum of at least 5 facts about your topic.
A video that supports your topic.
 A few photos that represent your topic. 

2.    Gatsby Chapter One

We will begin reading chapter one as a class.

Together, we will work on identifying the main idea.

At the end of each page, we will pause and discuss the big idea.

Gatsby Online Edition

Discussion Questions

Interpret the narrator's opinion of Gatsby.

Characterize the difference between the West Egg and the East Egg. 

Analyze the relationship between Tom and Daisy.

Examine their interactions.

Connect the characters action to their desires of achieving the American Dream. 

3.  Gatsby Chapter One Graphic Organizer

With a partner you will create a spider map for the first chapter of The Great Gatsby.

You must include 5 examples off of each sub group.

Topics

Exposition

Characteristics of the Characters

Literary Devices

Significant Quotes

Unfamiliar Vocab

4.  Watch The Great Gatsby

As you watch the film version, compare and contrast it to the original F. Scott Fitzgerald version.

Closure:

Critique your prediction from the starter. 

How accurate were you?

American Dream Philosophical Chairs

October 16, 2015

E.Q: Evaluate whether or not the American Dream is still a reality.

Obj: I can evaluate whether or not the American Dream is achievable. 

I can draw conclusions based on a text and articulate my opinion to my peers.

Starter:

Free Write Friday

You need to be writing at least a half page, double-spaced.

Or respond to this...

Vocabulary:

Literary Term: American Dream
Part of Speech: Noun
Dictionary Definition: the ideal that every US citizen should have an equal opportunity to achieve success and prosperity through hard work, determination, and initiative

James Truslow Adam's Definition: that dream of a land in which life should be better and richer and fuller for everyone, with opportunity for each according to ability or achievement. It is a difficult dream for the European upper classes to interpret adequately, and too many of us ourselves have grown weary and mistrustful of it. It is not a dream of motor cars and high wages merely, but a dream of social order in which each man and each woman shall be able to attain to the fullest stature of which they are innately capable, and be recognized by others for what they are, regardless of the fortuitous circumstances of birth or position

Your Definition:
Activity: Give an example of the American Dream.

Activity:

1.  Gallery Walk

Please take out your realism final projects.

You will get several minutes to review the products that your classmates created. 

Look for examples that help further your understanding.

2.  Philosophical Chairs

Based on our upcoming big idea our topic is about the American Dream.

Watch the John Green YouTube video and...

Determine whether or not the American Dream is still achievable.

Topic:

The American Dream is still accurate and achievable. 

 Closure:

Philosophical Chairs Reflection

1.  What was the most frustrating part of today's discussion?

2.  What was the most successful part?

3.  What statements led you to change your seat or to remain sitting in your original position?

4.  What conclusions can you draw about how you form your beliefs based on today's discussion?

5.  What would you change about your participation in today's activity? 

Homework

Make sure to complete the Benchmark 10/5 Remediation.